Mais Querido's son competes for the best player of the European season award
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0Flamengo's creation, Vinícius Júnior had one of his best seasons for clubs in the Champions League and Spanish competitions. Thus, the young striker is being tipped to be named the best player in the world and take home the Ballon d'Or. Karim Benzema, who already won the trophy last season, revealed that he is rooting for the Real Madrid star.
"Vini deserves to win because of his season, and not just because of what he did this season. In the previous one, he was also above with his football and what he does with the ball. He's a complete player. He can win a game alone, as well as with the help of his teammates. He's very good when Real Madrid needs him, and that's why I believe he deserves it. He always appears, that's why Vini is my favorite", said Benzema.
STRONG CANDIDATE FOR THE AWARDVini Jr is a strong candidate for the best player in the world award. However, Mais Querido's son faces great competitors such as Rodri, from Spain and Manchester City, and Jude Bellingham, from England and Real Madrid teammate.
Last season, Vinícius Júnior was the star of Real Madrid , scoring 24 goals and providing 11 assists in 39 games played. Furthermore, the young man shone in the knockout stage of the Champions League.
AWARDS DAYThus, counting on the support of great players on the world stage, Vini Jr awaits the 28th October to find out if he will win the long-awaited Ballon d'Or, which is awarded to the best player of the European season.
Kauã Santos had his first opportunity in the Bundesliga and Léo Duarte scores his first goal in Europe
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0Two young talents revealed by Flamengo shone in Europe this Saturday (14). Goalkeeper Kauã Santos made his Bundesliga debut for Eintracht Frankfurt, helping the team to a 2-1 victory over Wolfsburg. Kauã entered the field after the experienced Kevin Trapp was injured at the end of the first half. Meanwhile, defender Léo Duarte scored his first goal in European football, securing Basaksehir's 1-0 victory over Bodrum in the Turkish league.
Kauã Santos, who arrived at Flamengo at the age of 16, he never played for the Rio club's main team. After standing out in the youth categories, the goalkeeper caught the attention of Eintracht Frankfurt, who invested R$8.4 million for 70% of his economic rights. On his debut, Kauã was unable to save a penalty taken by Baku, but held off Wolfsburg's pressure, helping to maintain his team's victory.
In turn, Léo Duarte, Copinha champion, rose to Flamengo professionals in 2016 and, little by little, established himself as a starter. In 2018, Milan, from Italy, spent 11 million euros to sign him. After a discreet spell at the Italian club, Léo transferred to Basaksehir, where he finally scored for the first time in Europe.
Léo Duarte and Kauã Santos' moment in EuropeLéo Duarte's Basaksehir occupies third place in the Turkish league with 10 points, just two less than leader Galatasaray. Kauã Santos' Eintracht Frankfurt is in sixth place in the Bundesliga, with six points, three behind leaders Bayern Munich.
Lance took place this Saturday in a duel for the Premier League
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0Fulham (ING) hosted West Ham (ING) this Saturday morning (14), in a game valid for the fourth round of the Premier League. The confrontation brought together Brazilians and former Flamengo Andreas Pereira and Lucas Paquetá, who performed a curious move when Paquetá landed a light elbow at his teammate.
The incident occurred in the 21st minute of the second half, when Andreas Pereira tried to hit Paquetá in midfield. To avoid dribbling, Paquetá made a foul by hitting Andreas with a slight elbow.
PAQUETÁ WAS NOT PUNISHED WITH A CARDReferee Tim Robinson signaled the foul, but chose not to show it yellow card to Lucas Paquetá, who remained on the field until the end of the match. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
ANDREAS PEREIRA AND LUCAS PAQUETÁ'S NEXT GAMESAndreas Pereira's Fulham are now preparing to face Preston on September 17 , for the FA Cup. Lucas Paquetá's West Ham will only return to the field on September 21st, against Chelsea, in the Premier League.
France Football releases list of nominees; ceremony takes place on October 28th in Paris
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0This Wednesday (4), France Football magazine announced the 30 players nominated for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, both male and female. As expected, Brazilian striker Vinícius Jr, who stood out for Real Madrid, is among the favorites for the award. The awards ceremony is scheduled for October 28th and will take place at the Théâtre du Châtelet, in Paris.
MAIN COMPETITORS AND FAVORITES
In addition to Vinícius Jr, other big names in football are in the fight for the coveted trophy. Among the most notable competitors are Jude Bellingham, also from Real Madrid, and Rodri Hernández, from Manchester City. In the women's category, Brazilian Tarciane, defender of Houston Dash, and striker Gabi Portilho, of Corinthians, both silver medalists at the Paris Olympic Games, are among those nominated. Spanish Aitana Bonmatí, from Barcelona, who won the award in 2023, is also on the list.
It is important to highlight that The Ballon d'Or, awarded by France Football, is distinct from The Best Award, organized by FIFA, which does not yet have a set date for its 2024 edition. However, it is common for the winner of one of the awards to also win the other. , due to the recognition of exceptional performances throughout the year.
Brazil, a traditional source of talent in football, may once again have a protagonist in these two important ceremonies in world football. The last time a Brazilian won the Ballon d'Or was in 2007, when Kaká, then at Milan, won the award, beating Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who would dominate the award in the following decade.
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